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15/11/2023

Breaking News

First Phase of Necessary Unified Forces Deployment Kicks Off.

The first phase of the deployment of the Necessary Unified Forces (NUF) has commenced, marking a significant step towards the implementation of the peace deal in South Sudan. The government has dispatched a force of 750 soldiers, including 150 army women, to Malakal in Upper Nile State. The deployment process took place in Luri, Juba County.
The first battalion, comprising nearly 1,000 soldiers, will be deployed to Malakal in the northern Upper Nile State, which has received significant attention in the peace-building process.

This deployment is a crucial part of the nation-building process, aiming to bridge divides and establish stability in the region.

The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has been actively involved in supporting the graduation of forces in Malakal, emphasizing the importance of this process in the nation-building efforts.

Additionally, an UNMISS-funded police post has been constructed in Malakal to enhance security and uphold the rule of law in the area.

The urgency of deploying the NUF has been underscored by officials, highlighting the need for timely deployment to ensure security and stability in Malakal and the surrounding areas.

The deployment of the NUF is a critical step towards fostering peace and security in South Sudan, and it is expected to have a positive impact on the region.
This deployment signifies a significant milestone in the peace process and demonstrates the commitment of the government and international organizations to establish stability and security in South Sudan.

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14/10/2023

SUSPECT ARRESTED WITH COUNTERFEIT US DOLLARS

The Uganda police force, has apprehended a Ugandan based in Juba with counterfeit US dollars.

According to a press release on Saturday by the Uganda police force says, "Further investigations revealed that the suspect, Nkurunugi Kenneth serves as a military trainer in Juba."

"He had returned to Kampala, Uganda for a vacation on August 19, 2023, with plans to return to Juba on September 19, 2023, but extended his stay". a statement read.

📸 Uganda Police Force

11/10/2023

The picture of the day.

It is only in SSD that we have opposite priorities. Instead of having good roads first, we started by having good cars before good roads!

This is just the mayoress convoy, JCC.

09/10/2023

Ugandan police and military officers have blocked the main office of the National Unity Platform (NUP), the party led by opposition politician Bobi Wine.

“There is heavy military deployment at our secretariat in Kamwokya, and they are currently off limits,” the NUP party shared in a post on X on Monday.

Bobi Wine has also said that the officers raided the party headquarters and have stopped people from entering or leaving the premises.

The musician-turned-politician said on social media that the blockade by the security officers is aimed at stopping a prayer event that the NUP planned to hold at its Kampala office on Monday.

The prayers were intended for the party's “dead, detained and disappeared comrades”.

Last week, police escorted Bobi Wine to his home after he returned to Uganda from South Africa, saying that the move was to prevent him from organizing a march.
| Source | BBC Africa | 📸 Bobi Wine Facebook |

07/10/2023

BREAKING NEWS:
Juba Gets First Female Mayor

Central Equatoria Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has appointed Flora Gabriel Modi as the Mayor of Juba - becoming the first woman to serve in the position since independence.

Adil has also appointed Mogga Franco Wani as the First Deputy Mayor for Administration and Finance, Thiik Thiik Mayardit as the Second Deputy Mayor for Social Service, and Emmanuel Juma Diyo as the Third Deputy Mayor for Environment and Waste Management.

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06/10/2023

Public Notice: Junubin Chronicles Executive Director (ED) is missing.

We would like to inform our members, colleagues, partners, and the general public that Junubin Chronicles Executive Director, Mr. Biar Ajak Marol was officially declared missing yesterday, Thursday, 5th October 2023, after a missing persons report was made by friends and family at the Central Police in Juba Town.

Biar left his house on Wednesday, 5th October, 2023, in the early morning, wearing a white and blue English football Jersey and a grey sweatpant alone without notifying his colleagues at the Junubin Chronicles of his whereabouts. He however, never returned home prompting his colleagues to report him missing and initiate a search party that led to his Subaru B4 number plate SSD 483 AG being located next to the Freedom Bridge at Lologo intact but the car keys missing and no witness saw him thereafter.

We therefore request the members of the public should anybody see him, to report to the nearest police station or call the following contact for information; 0928888972, 0923155570, 0921002330.

We pray and hope for his safety.

Signed.

Management.

26/09/2023

PRESIDENT KIIR SIGNS AMENDED NATIONAL ELECTIONS ACT 2023 INTO LAW

Juba, 26th September 2023- President Kiir on Tuesday signed the National Elections Act, 2012 (Amendment) Act, 2023 bill into law

Rt. Hon. Speaker of Transitional National Legislative Assembly, Jema Nunu Kumba said the bill is an important element in the Revitalized peace agreement for the process of elections to commence.

In conclusion Rt. Hon. Nunu added that the country is now ready to start The preparation for the elections by putting in place the mechanism for parties to do elections.

26/09/2023

The Minister of Finance and Planning, Bak Barnaba Chol, denied a statement posted by the Presidential Press Unit over the weekend that South Sudan had struck a $3 billion deal with American company to buy shares from PETRONAS.
The Presidential Press Unit noted in a statement that Bak had revealed that South Sudan had reached a $3 billion agreement with “Caltech Investment” to purchase shares from PETRONAS, which is about to pull out its operation in South Sudan.

18/09/2023

Regional Breaking News:

Yumbe District, Northern Uganda.

Warrant Officer made wonders yesterday afternoon after failing to pay the pr******te and decided to give away his rank.
Civilians found the pr******te wearing the rank on her leg in Yumbe town.

18/09/2023

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres met on Sunday with African Union Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat in New Yok, where they are both attending the 78th session of the UN General Assembly ( ). The two discussed vasiour issues, including efforts aimed at reforming the international financial system, achieving the Sustainable Development Goals in Africa, and accelerating climate action.

18/09/2023

BREAKING NEWS!

🇨🇬 The Military in Congo Brazzaville has just toppled the government of President Denis Sassou Nguesso who is away from Congo and is in New York to attend the UNGA

The military seizes control of key installations in the capital Brazzaville.
According to preliminary data, the initiator of the coup is a certain commander of the presidential guard.

Developing story. More details shall be availed!

17/09/2023

PRESIDENT KIIR DEPARTS TO NEW YORK FOR UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Juba, September 17, 2023- President Kiir has traveled to New York, United States of America to participate in the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly.

The Summit agenda, “Rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity: Accelerating action on the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals towards peace, prosperity, progress and sustainability for all”.

Speaking to reporters Presidential Affairs Minister Dr. Barnaba Marial Benjamin said President Kiir will address the UN General assembly on the status of the implementation of the peace agreement and the steps the country is undertaking to prepare for 2024 general elections.

While in the United States, Kiir will highlight the crisis in Sudan and stress his role on how he will resolve the current crisis in the Sudan.

The President will also discuss regional issues related to the East African Community and the role South Sudan is playing in the region to promote peace and stability.

The President was seen off at Juba International Airport by the First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny and other senior government officials.
📷 PPU

15/09/2023

BREAKING NEWS BROKEN KALAS!

JUST IN:GOVERNOR ADIL ISSUES GUBERNATORIAL DECREE FOR THE REVOCATION OF THE ASSIGNMENT OF THE HON.COMMISSIONER OF LAINYA COUNTY AS CARETAKER MAYOR OF JUBA CITY COUNCIL

(A) REVOCATION;

For the Assignment of the Commissioner of Lainya County,Hon. Emmanuel Khamis Richard as the Caretaker Mayor of Juba City Council,Central Equatoria State.

Therefore,the Governor immediately Directs the Chief Executive Officer of Juba City Council,Can. Martin Simon Wani to Supervise the General Activities of Juba City Council until a substantive Mayor is appointed as soon as possible.

NB: This Gubernatorial Decree comes into effect from today,Friday,15 September,2023.

15/09/2023

South Sudan is ranked 1st in Africa and 31st in the world according to the latest Nike FIBA ranking released on Friday.

The Bright Stars who finished 17th in the just concluded FIBA World Cup put up a fantastic performance winning three and losing two of their five world cup games in Philippines.

The team lost its first and third games to Puerto Rico and Serbia.

Wins against China, Philippines and Angola saw the Bright Stars become the only African team to qualify for next year's Olympics in Paris.

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15/09/2023

Breaking!

The Vice Chancellor of Upper Nile University Prof. Marial Awou Yol passed on this morning in India 🇮🇳. According to the post seen by Tonj Times.

Prof. Marial was in India 🇮🇳 for medication and later passed on...
Prof. Awou is the current vice chancellor of Upper Nile University.

May his soul rest in peace.

14/09/2023

President Kiir returns to Juba after an official visit to Uganda

Juba, 14th September 2023- President Kiir has returned back to Juba after one day working visit to Uganda.

Foreign Affairs Minister Dr. James Pita Morgan said the two leaders discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations and matters of regional dimension.

The Principals expressed their commitment to restore regional stability and pledged to double efforts aimed at resolving the Sudanese crisis through dialogue and diplomacy.

President Kiir was received by the First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny and other senior government officials.

14/09/2023

PRESIDENT KIIR TRAVELS TO UGANDA FOR BILATERAL TALKS

Juba, 14th September, 2023- President Kiir traveled to Uganda this morning on a one day State Visit where he will hold talks with President Yoweri Museveni on bilateral relations and regional peace.

The two leaders will also discuss regional peace and security, particularly the crisis in Sudan and the Eastern part of Democratic Republic of Congo.

Presidential Affairs Minister, Dr. Barnaba Marial Benjamin said the two principals will further talk about the Revitalized peace agreement.

The President was seen off at Juba International Airport by the First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny and other senior government officials.

12/09/2023

South Sudan Minister of Finance and Planning urging the removal of numerous checkpoints in the country.

In a bold move, the finance minister and planning Dr Bak Barnaba Chol has called for a comprehensive overhaul of the tax collection system, emphasising the urgent need for increased efficiency.

Additionally, the minister has expressed strong concerns regarding multiple checkpoints, advocating for their removal to streamline operations.

These demands highlight the government's commitment to fostering a conducive environment for economic growth and development.

In a recent development, the esteemed National Minister of Finance and Planning has made a compelling plea to the National Revenue Authority (NRA) to prioritise enhancing tax collection mechanisms and the eradication of numerous roadblocks scattered throughout the nation.

In an address delivered after South Sudan's inaugural National Economic Conference in Juba on Saturday, Dr Bak Barnaba Chol made notable remarks.

To sustain a thriving economy, a solid and effective taxation system is considered one of the fundamental cornerstones.

According to the speaker, it is apparent that our National Revenue Authority needs a streamlined tax collection system, along with the inclusion of other taxes that are presently not being collected.

In our in-depth analysis, we explored the intricate dynamics surrounding the collection of various taxes by both national and state governments.

This multifaceted system has resulted in a notable surge in prices of essential commodities, prompting a pressing need to streamline these collections to alleviate the burden borne by our fellow citizens.

Dr. Chol expressed his intention to embark on a comprehensive tour of the various tax collection points within the nation.

This endeavour investigates the reasons behind the lack of efficiency in tax processes, numerous obstacles encountered on the road to Juba, and the apparent absence of transparency and accountability in revenue collection.

In a stunning revelation, the conference took centre stage, focusing on critical sectors poised to drive economic diversification. These sectors include agriculture, mining, livestock, wildlife, and tourism.

"The delegates engaged in extensive deliberations encompassing a wide array of pressing global issues, including but not limited to banking regulations, infrastructure development, human capital investment, trade facilitation, market accessibility, governance enhancement, and policy framework refinement," he reported.

In South Sudan, a nation grappling with a complex tax collection framework, the process involves the imposition of multiple taxes by both the central and regional authorities.

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